1. Ice axe: The length of the ice axe is selected as the height of the ice axe holding the ice axe, the arm is vertical, and the axe tip is at the same height as the ankle. The length of the ice axe rope is best to make two rope loops, one is the wrist rope loop, and the other is the rope loop for the safety sling. This climbing process is not easy to lose the ice axe and has one more secure fulcrum.
Second, crampons: The early strap crampons are quite troublesome to put on and take off and take time to tie up. The latest crampons are quick-buckle crampons. This type of crampons is quite easy to put on and take off. Wearing crampons The crampons must be carefully tied and firmly to avoid the crampons falling off and causing danger. The tip of the crampons should not be too sharp and should not be sharpened. The snow in Taiwan is wet, and the crampons are easy to fall due to the snow between the sole and the crampons when walking. , At this time, you can tap the crampons with an ice axe to make the snow fall, or install a snowboard at the bottom of the crampons to prevent the soft snow from easily attaching to the crampons.
Third, safety harness: When buying a safety harness, it is best to choose a size that is one size larger after fitting, because at least three to four pieces of trousers will be worn for snow climbing.
Fourth, shackles: Each person prepares a safety shackle and three or so unsafe shackles.
Safety Loop: Use an unsecured shackle to tie a Prussian rope loop, knotted in a double fisherman knot, no longer than the knee, and fastened to the waist of the safety harness.
D-ring: Carry an uninsured D-ring to facilitate rescue and erection of pulleys.
Five, the brake: the brake, also known as the descender, should not be too small, and a wide-mouthed 8-shaped ring is better.
6. Climbing device: The climbing device is erected on the main rope. The climbing device can only be pushed forward and cannot be pushed back. It is a powerful tool for the rope team to climb to high places. The climbing device must be fastened with a Prussian rope. Safety harness for the user, but the length of the rope must not exceed the knee.
7. Prussian rope loops: Each person must prepare two Prussian ropes of about two meters long, and the rope ends are wrapped with double fisherman knots.